Joint tests

A number of potential solutions exist for the joint between the post and the roof and the joint between the post and the foundation. The solutions were made into test pieces, which were taken to the laboratory at the Department of Civil Engineering to undergo a stress test.

Kevin Silary from the United States of America setting up the test rig
Test subject in place
Tension is getting higher. Will it hold?
Professor Hannu Hirsi breaking down the results
Joints in the foundation side were also tested
Gerardo and Laura checking out the damage